gpbm Posted April 18, 2015 Share #1 Posted April 18, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) New to forum and for the most part Leica. I had a brief time with a Digilux 2 but computers and the digital workflow makes my head spin. So I purchased an M3 with a 50 Summicron F2 collapsible lens. Plan to process my own BW film and make prints. First time for all of this. Anyway, my frame counter does not reset to zero when the take out spool is removed. It is stuck at 40. Everything else seems to work smoothly with no issues. I plan to take notes with each frame as I learn the process so not a big deal for now. Is there a "home" fix or something that needs to be sent out? Once I run a couple of rolls and process, I will have a better feel as to whether all is working as it should. I do not want to send it anywhere just for the frame counter if all else is fine. Thank you. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TomB_tx Posted April 18, 2015 Share #2 Posted April 18, 2015 I believe the counter is reset by the spring-loaded "catch" on the wind hub. This is pushed into the wind shaft by the spool, and should spring back out when the spool is removed. It could be stuck by solidified lube, or broken. You may be able to check it with a dental pick through the gap when the rear door is open and the spool removed: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/243800-frame-counter/?do=findComment&comment=2800378'>More sharing options...
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